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Friday, February 22, 2008

Blockbuster deal

Cavs blog by Bob Finnan

It was an exciting day for the Cavaliers on Thursday. During the Indiana game on Wednesday, I was able to confirm the Mike Miller talks had broken down. He would have been a nice addition to the Cavs.

But after the game on Wednesday, there were some rumblings about a blockbuster. I didn't know the particulars, but there was a buzz.

A colleague of mine and myself sat in the Indianapolis airport on Thursday morning discussing possible deals. I was convinced the Cavs were going to do something. Now, I can't tell you I thought they'd trade six players and bring back Ben Wallace, Joe Smith, Wally Szczerbiak and Delonte West.

It was a bold move. These guys are going after it - this year. I do have a few reservations about the trade:1. Wallace hasn't played at a high level this year, but maybe the trade will inspire him.2. His free-throw shooting is so bad, it's hard to play him in the fourth quarter of close games.3. Wally can't guard me. But he can shoot the lights out.4. West is a good basketball player, but he's not a great point guard.5. This trade has huge luxury-tax implications down the road.